no. 4, the std rate in the u.s. is growing. new data from the centers for disease control and prevention found in 2008 there were 20 million new incidents of infection in the u.s. at a cost of nearly $16 billion. researchers say people ages 15 to 24 account for about half of all sexually transmitted diseases. no. 3, more proof synthetic marijuana can be hazardous to your health. it's now been linked to kidney damage in teenagers and young adults. 16 people who smoked drugs like k2 and spice were hospitalized with kidney problems last year. all of them recovered, but five now need dialysis. no. 2, the neighborhood assistance corporation of america will be at the d.c. armory through monday helping homeowners find ways to reduce their monthly mortgage payments. they're also helping buyers get good rates. counselors will be available from 8 a.m. through 6 p.m. through monday. no. 1, if you like ben's chili bowl on u street, you'll love it on eighth street northeast. a brand-new location will be open by the elbow of the year at the